Where and what is the ADS dictionary

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the concept of the "standard dictionary" in the context of AdS/CFT correspondence, specifically seeking to identify the paper or source that outlines this dictionary, which facilitates the connection between conformal field theories (CFT) and theories of gravity.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Technical explanation, Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant expresses interest in locating the paper that contains Witten's "standard dictionary" for AdS/CFT.
  • Another participant suggests several papers, including Maldacena's review, as potential sources for understanding the AdS/CFT correspondence.
  • A later post humorously references a compact edition of the Oxford English Dictionary (OED) in relation to the ADS dictionary, indicating a light-hearted take on the search for the actual dictionary.
  • It is noted that while some sources are easier to read, the full dictionary is still not known, suggesting ongoing uncertainty in the community regarding this topic.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not reach a consensus on the existence of a complete dictionary, with some acknowledging that it remains unknown while others provide alternative resources.

Contextual Notes

The discussion highlights the limitations in identifying a definitive source for the ADS dictionary, indicating that the understanding of this concept may depend on various interpretations and available literature.

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I have heard many talks where they mention Witten's "standard dictionary" of ADS/CFT. Where the dictionary is, to my understanding, a way to easily go between a CFT and a theory of gravity. What I want to know is where is the paper that has this dictionary?
 
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Thanks Atyy
 
I have compact edition of OED sitting on top of an ADS loudspeaker. Does this count?
 
PAllen said:
I have compact edition of OED sitting on top of an ADS loudspeaker. Does this count?

Yes, that's as good as we have at the moment. The full dictionary is still not known.
 

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